JanTerm and Immersion Weeks

JanTerm is much like a collegiate mini semester. It takes place during the first two weeks of January. Students in grades 7 and 8 choose four topical two-week seminars that offer a greater opportunity to explore new course topics which may not fit into the traditional academic year, but are perfect for shorter, more intensive study. Courses are developed by faculty and staff as well as parents, grandparents, and alumni, all of whom bring tremendous creativity and personal passion into the classroom. Typically, about 80 unique classes are offered each year. To see the types of courses offered, please download the JanTerm 2025 At-a-Glance Catalog (PDF) or the full JanTerm 2025 Course Catalog (PDF).

Immersion Weeks

During JanTerm, students in grades 5 and 6 participate in special immersion weeks. Grade 5 students have Science Immersion Weeks, developing their Science Fair projects, while Grade 6 students enjoy a deep dive into Shakespeare, culminating in a performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream for parents and classmates. 

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